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Manufacturing Lead

Job Description

The Manufacturing Lead plays a crucial role in our operational team, responsible for overseeing crews and executing various tasks related to the formulation and movement of products, raw materials, and other commodities. This position involves operating packaging and formulation equipment in production to optimize output and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

+ Lead a team in packaging formulated products and formulating raw materials into finished products.

+ Operate and maintain packaging and formulation equipment.

+ Conduct online maintenance of all production-related equipment.

+ Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.

+ Set up equipment, troubleshoot, perform system cleanouts, and handle product changeovers.

+ Complete production paperwork and identify quality control issues.

+ Develop run plans and train team members.

+ Perform quality assurance tests.

Essential Skills

+ Experience as a mixer operator and production technician.

+ Proficiency in formulation and quality control.

+ Ability to troubleshoot equipment and perform preventive maintenance.

+ Leadership and teamwork capabilities.

+ Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

+ Attention to detail and reliability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Three years of production/manufacturing experience.

+ Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot.

+ Experience with process improvement and chemical mixing.

+ Lift truck operator certification.

+ Capability to use packaging machinery and operate electronic controlled equipment.

+ Knowledge of pumps, valves, and pneumatics.

+ Ability to pass an OSHA respirator physical.

+ Math skills and bilingual ability preferred.

Why Work Here?

Our organization offers a family-like atmosphere that fosters a positive work environment where employees are encouraged to excel. We prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and have opportunities for success. Our Des Moines site has seen significant growth and expansion, maintaining a close-knit culture despite our national presence.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position in Des Moines, Iowa, operating on a 1st shift schedule from Monday to Friday, beginning between 6am-7am for an 8-hour shift. The work environment is within a manufacturing plant, involving proximity to moving equipment and potential exposure to fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, and biological hazards. Protective gear, including uniforms, steel-toed boots, and hair nets, will be provided, and employees are required to shower after each shift. The Formulation team consists of 2-3 members, and the Packaging team comprises 4-8 members.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.